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The Bend Running Festival

Name: The Bend Running Festival
Start: 2026-04-12
End: 2026-04-12
Location: Tailem Bend, South Australia

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Tailem Bend, South Australia, Australia

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sell $10.00 – $75.00

About the Event

Experience the thrill of speed at a world-class racetrack during The Bend Running Festival on Sunday, April 12, 2026.

This unique event at Shell V-Power Motorsport Park lets runners trade asphalt for the iconic tarmac of Australia's premier motorsport circuit.

Choose your distance: a half marathon starting with a Pit Lane launch, a 10K, a 5K, or a fun Kids Dash, all offering an unparalleled racing atmosphere.

Feel the adrenaline as you power down the main straight under the Start/Finish gantry, following in the tire tracks of international racing legends.

With early bird pricing available for a limited time, secure your spot for an unforgettable running experience that blends athleticism with motorsport prestige.

It's the perfect goal for runners seeking a novel challenge, car enthusiasts, and families looking for an active day out at a famous venue.

Lace up for a run where the only engine you need is your own, and the finish line feels like a championship victory.

Mark your calendar for a festival that redefines the race experience, putting you directly on the track at The Bend.

Races Offered

10km

Apr 12, 2026

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Distance — 10km

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$45.00

5km

Apr 12, 2026

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Distance — 5km

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$25.00

Half Marathon

Apr 12, 2026

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Distance — 21km

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07:00

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$75.00

Kids Dash

Apr 12, 2026

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Distance — 1km

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07:00

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$10.00

Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for April in Tailem Bend.

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

thermostat 11.4° / 21.8°

wb_sunny 9.6° / 18.8°

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

air 11.0 /

water_drop 69.6%

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

thermostat 11.4° / 21.8°

wb_sunny 9.6° / 18.8°

air 11.0 km/h

water_drop 69.6%

About Tailem Bend

Tailem Bend is a rural town in South Australia, 85 kilometres south-east of the state capital of Adelaide. It is located on the lower reaches of the River Murray, near where the river flows into Lake Alexandrina. It is linear in layout since it is constrained by river cliffs on its western side and the Adelaide–Melbourne railway line is dominant on its eastern side. The town grew and consolidated through being a large railway centre between the 1890s and 1990s; now it continues to service regional rural communities. In the 2021 census, Tailem Bend and the surrounding area had a population of 1,705.